Pulling together the 16 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Capsicum was quoted at ₹3,008 per quintal in Chandausi APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,020
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,008
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Capsicum is about 39.0% above the period average, sitting just 3.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Sargipali APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
The ₹1,900 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Capsicum prices at Chandausi APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,100, with the average around ₹2,163. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,007 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,008 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,007 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,007 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,030 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,029 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,050 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,016 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,615 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,560 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,545 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,580 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,554 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,550 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,519 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,513 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The day's best Capsicum rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Capsicum stood at Chandausi APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.